PV Module Testing and Certification

PV module technology has made significant strides in the past years. This can be attributed to the large number of companies that entered the industry and invested in their R&D efforts. Another factor is the high amount of competition between players to improve module performance, which directly affects the bottom line of a PV System. 

Overall system quality begins on the component level, and the VDE Renewables certification is tailored to support technical bankability on both the component and system-wide level. 

Why PV module testing and certification?

• “VDE Seal” fulfills your PV modules’ market entry requirements into Europe and many other international locations
• To demonstrate the safety and reliability of PV modules in operations
• To minimize risks for both the manufacturer and end user
• Neutral testing by a third party fulfills the market requirements

Our track record

• Certifier for half of top 10 PV module manufacturers
• Evaluated over 2.8 GW of PV modules for buyers

VDE, EN, IEC and UL standards

• Photovoltaic modules (crystalline silicon, thin-film)
• Mounting systems
• Junction boxes

Environmental testing (salt-mist and ammoniac)
Certification for internationally recognized VDE marks

The quality standard of the VDE Quality Tested mark for PV modules offers distinct advantages in:

• Superior level of consistent quality
• Increased safety
• Low power degradation
• Lower risk for return on investment
• Strong support for technical bankability

Contact our PV Modules and Components team to find out more.